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Executive Master of Business Administration

Program Description

The days of succeeding in business without really trying are no more. Everyone is smart and hard working – so how do managers gain and maintain an advantage in a competitive global business environment? Because executives require a new style of management, the serious minded, experienced and successful middle and senior manager is invited to participate in the Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program.

Program Overview

The curriculum requires 42 credits of coursework, which includes a 6-credit capstone project. The EMBA program is structured in groups of 20-25 students. The faculty is comprised of industry experts with advanced degrees and chosen by invitation only. Instructors develop close relationships with students as they challenge them throughout the program. Throughout the EMBA students participate in leadership assessment and training activities, which utilize individual assessment tools and hands-on training to forge existing competencies into expert managerial capabilities. Opportunities are available to students to receive executive coaching. In addition, there is one international study trip. The program format consists of online and on-site classes with residencies.

Requirements

Program Rules

International study trip will occur in XMBA 606. Students are required to bring a laptop equipped with a headset with a built-in microphone to all residencies.

Recommendations

Students who wish to improve their graduate writing skills may take COMM 600, Academic Writing for Graduate Students (3), during their first semester.

Required Courses

UCSP 611 Introduction to Graduate Library Research Skills (0)

  • XMBA 601 The Role of the Manager in Organizations and Society (6)
  • XMBA 602 Organizational Leadership, Management of Human Resources, and Business Ethics (6)
  • XMBA 603 Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and New Product Development (6)
  • XMBA 604 Technology and Operations Management (6)
  • XMBA 605 Financial Systems and Management Accounting (6)
  • XMBA 606 International Business, Trade and Business Law (6)

Capstone Course: XMBA 607 Strategy and Capstone Project (6)